11 hours ago
Duval DOGE zeroes in on $90M in inactive projects
The local DOGE committee wants to know whether the projects can be removed from the city budget.…
11 hours ago
JSO officer accused of stealing woman’s handbag
Officer Shane Metz never returned a woman’s handbag after arresting her, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.…
12 hours ago
Legislators consider letting some 13-year-olds work
Supporters of child labor legislation say it would give families control over when their children work.…
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1 day ago
Randy Fine cruises to Congress in special election win
Republican Randy Fine will represent parts of St. Johns, Flagler and Putnam counties in Congress after claiming victory in Tuesday…
1 day ago
City Council asked to choose land swap over purchasing building for UF campus in LaVilla
The developer Gateway Jax is asking city lawmakers to fully consider a land-swap before deciding whether to buy the property…
1 day ago
UF Health Flagler settles 8-month stalemate with Aetna
UF Health Flagler announced it will be back in network with Aetna, meaning lower costs for patients.…
1 day ago
Sexual assaults reach ‘alarming’ levels on First Coast
The number of sexual assaults in Clay County has risen, but it could be partly a result of more awareness.…
1 day ago
American Beach residents want Nassau County to ban beach driving
Residents say beach driving puts wildlife at risk and makes it harder for dunes to recover from storms.…
1 day ago
Ponte Vedra High on track for new turf athletic field
The high school could be the first in the county with a turf field, but experts warn that artificial turf…
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1 day ago
Final missing child found, 10 days after boat capsized
Two adults and two children died after the boat capsized on the St. Johns River near the Dames Point Bridge.…
1 day ago
Hemp proposal would regulate THC beverages in Florida
A bill in the state Senate would require retailers to have liquor licenses to sell THC-infused beverages.…
2 days ago
DeSantis proposes $1,000 tax rebates for homeowners
Gov. Ron DeSantis said property tax rebates could be issued in December if the Legislature acts now.…
2 days ago
The Clay County Fair is back … and so is the traffic
The Clay County Fair’s 11-day run brings big concerts, pig racing, new rides and irritating traffic jams.…
2 days ago
Man dies after police shoot him at Toledo Road apartments
Jacksonville police said Alquan V. Suydam, 28, pointed a gun at them after they were called to a domestic disturbance.…
March 28, 2025
Brentwood residents decry treatment by City Hall
Residents say the city has a history of breaking promises and ignoring wishes in the Brentwood neighborhood.…
March 28, 2025
Jaguars’ new GM buys $3M home in Pablo Creek Reserve
Property records show James Gladstone and his wife, Julie, bought the home in Pablo Creek Reserve.…
March 28, 2025
Alleged gunmen arrested in slaying of 7-year-old boy
The two 17-year-olds are the last of six people arrested in the slaying of Breon Allen Jr. in January.…
March 28, 2025
Seafood operator applauds NOAA Fisheries cutbacks
Gerald Pate, who owns Safe Harbor Seafood Market in Mayport, says NOAA contributes to higher prices.…
March 28, 2025
Splash pad gets permit at Riverfront Plaza park
Southern Aquatics Inc. of Ponte Vedra will build the Riverfront Plaza splash pad for $1.16 million.…
March 28, 2025
Jacksonville mayor weighs veto of immigration bill
Mayor Donna Deegan says her administration is evaluating the legality of an immigration law passed by City Council.…
March 27, 2025
Lone Star Road extension links Arlington neighborhoods
The Lone Star Road project will connect neighborhoods with businesses and highways in the Regency Square area.…
March 27, 2025
Bridegan widow recognized for helping children in need
Kirsten Bridegan, whose husband was killed in 2022, has been recognized with Florida’s Back the Blue Award for her children’s…
March 27, 2025
Senate backs off on starting school day later
The Senate voted to undo a law passed in 2023 and let districts decide on their own when to start…
March 27, 2025
House passes reforms on medical malpractice suits
See how your legislators voted on the malpractice bill.…
March 27, 2025
Lawsuit alleges Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office pattern of K-9 misuse, excessive force
A lawsuit argues JSO violated a man’s rights when they deployed a dog on him during an arrest on a…
March 26, 2025
JU breaks ground on region’s first 4-year medical school
Jacksonville University and the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine will accept students in 2026.…
March 26, 2025
Divers continue search for child missing from capsized boat
One child remains unaccounted for after a boat capsized Friday on the St. Johns River near the Dames Point Bridge.…
March 26, 2025
32 years ago: The ‘No Name Storm’ hit Florida
The unusual March storm brought snow, tornadoes, storm surge and winds gusts of 90 mph.…
March 26, 2025
Rift develops over new St. Johns County attorney
County Attorney Richard Komando was approved by a 3-2 vote despite opposition from County Commission Chair Krista Joseph.…
March 26, 2025
Council approves immigration crackdown, $8 million purchase option for UF campus site
City Council has signed off on legislation that creates new local penalties for undocumented immigrants in Jacksonville and a slew…
March 25, 2025
Lawmakers may further ease work rules for children
Sen. Tracie Davis of Jacksonville spoke against a bill that would roll back restrictions on kids as young as 14.…
March 25, 2025
Vietnam War memorials set for First Coast
Observances are planned this week in Jacksonville and Green Cove Springs to observe National Vietnam War Veterans Day.…
March 25, 2025
JEA board votes to increase rates starting April 1
Customers, on average, will see a 3.7% increase in overall utility bills as JEA raises water and electric rates. .…
March 25, 2025
Mayor seeks to improve oversight of nonprofit funding
Mayor Donna Deegan has filed a bill to City Council that she says would increase transparency in nonprofit funding.…
March 25, 2025
Nights of Lights shortened to ease crowds and traffic
The St. Augustine City Commission shortened Nights of Lights by a week and shifted the dates earlier.…
March 24, 2025
Bearded Pig restaurant will close in Jacksonville Beach
After four years in operation, the Bearded Pig barbecue restaurant will close April 6.…
March 24, 2025
Historic Mandarin farmhouse may have reached the end
A vote by City Council on Tuesday would provide only $65,000 to save the farmhouse and 90 days to move…
March 24, 2025
Jacksonville-based Dun & Bradstreet sold for $7.7B
Dun & Bradstreet did not say whether its Gate Parkway headquarters would be moved after the sale to Clearlake Capital…
March 24, 2025
A full slate for City Council: immigration, garbage and more
City Council will consider a plethora of legislation during its meeting Tuesday evening.…
March 21, 2025
Match Day 2025: Local med schools fill doctor shortages
Graduates in Jacksonville are moving on to residencies and might eventually plug a need for doctors in Florida.…
March 21, 2025
Dames Point Bridge needs safety assessment, NTSB says
The board recommended safety assessments at 68 bridges around the country in light of the Baltimore bridge collapse.…
March 21, 2025
Early voting underway in special congressional election
The election in Congressional District 6 pits two vastly different candidates — Democrat Josh Weil and Republican Randy Fine.…